Event on Nov. 14 will raise funds for the nation’s six military academies and colleges
NEW YORK, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Caracal Products & Services, a leader in the health care solutions, recycling services, and distribution space, is pleased to co-sponsor a sporting event that will bring together elite boxing teams from the nation’s leading military academies and colleges. Taking place on Nov. 14, 2026 at The Léman Ballroom in New York, the inaugural NYC Collegiate Military Boxing Classic, ‘Fight to Educate,’ will raise funds to support athletic programs at the schools.
“As a VMI alumnus, I know firsthand what these programs give young people: discipline that sticks with you long after you leave the ring,” said Charles “Chuck” Ellis, President & Chairman of the Board of Caracal Academy and board sponsor for the event. “Nothing builds that discipline faster than two athletes in a ring pushing each other to be better. We can’t wait to bring together some of the most talented athletes in collegiate sports for a night to raise real money for these vital programs.”
The evening will feature 12 matched bouts, special guest appearances by boxing legends Ray Mercer and Micky Ward, a VIP reception, and opportunities for alumni, supporters, and sponsors to meet and socialize. Participating schools include:
- The Citadel
- United States Air Force Academy
- United States Coast Guard Academy
- United States Military Academy (West Point)
- United States Naval Academy
- Virginia Military Institute
“I spent my fair share of time in the VMI boxing club ring, so I know exactly what these cadets are signing up for,” said Caracal President and CEO Don Roberts. “Collegiate boxing forces you to show up, take a hit, and get back up, alongside teammates who are doing the same. The athletes who internalize those lessons grow into the employees who show up, pull their weight, and don’t quit when things get hard. That’s exactly the kind of talent we want to cultivate, and exactly why we’re proud to co-sponsor this event.”
The NYC Collegiate Military Boxing Classic will take place on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026, from 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. at The Léman Ballroom, 41 Broad Street, New York, NY 10004. Get your tickets now.
About Caracal Products & Services: Founded in Detroit, Michigan, in 2004, Caracal is a U.S. based company with a focus on creating jobs and value in the healthcare industry through pioneering products and innovative services. As a sourcing solutions provider, Caracal offers a wide range of high-quality products and value-added services to businesses, government agencies, and educational institutions of all sizes. Caracal has cultivated strong, established partnerships in the healthcare, insurance, and financial services industries. Known for its proactive communication and stable, strategic vendor relationships, Caracal prides itself on living up to the Caracal motto each day: Supplying everything but surprises. For more information about Caracal Products & Services, please visit https://www.caracalcorp.com.
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